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600,000+ members
Union members in NSW are paid more,
get better conditions and
receive greater protections at work.

60+ unions
Unions NSW is the peak body,
representing affiliated unions
across almost every industry in NSW.

150 years
Workers have been organising,
educating and fighting for their
rights at Sydney Trades Hall since 1895.

Latest Campaign

Unions for Yes The Australian union movement has a long tradition of standing in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We’re proud to be continuing that tradition this year by supporting the campaign for constitutional recognition. Read more

Labour supply and essential worker shortages in key health, education and transport occupations report – David Peetz 2023 Essential workers are the ones most in demand in the NSW labour market. Read the latest Labour supply and essential worker shortages in key health, education and transport occupations report by David Peetz 2023. Read more

COVID and work: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Employers must do everything they can to protect workers from COVID-19. Here are the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19 at work. Read more